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Former Casey’s Site Gets Buyer

August 22, 2023 Ty Taylor

There’s been a buyer for the former Casey’s site in Aledo. The item was mentioned at Monday night’s Aledo City Council meeting. But the identity of buyer not known at this time says Mayor Chris [FULL STORY]

Aledo City Council To Get Two New Members

August 21, 2023 Ty Taylor

Two new aldermen seated in Aledo Monday night. Carmen Ruh will fill a vacancy in the 1st Ward and Noel Bush in the 3rd Ward, which is the result of Mike Chausse becoming City Administrator. [FULL STORY]

Heat Is Here; Expected To Break By Saturday

August 20, 2023 Ty Taylor

Excessive heat will impact the WRMJ listening area this week. Some relief should arrive by Saturday. Meteorologist Tom Philip is with the National Weather Service in the Quad Cities. He spoke with WRMJ Sunday afternoon.

WRMJ Audio: Aledo Independent Film Hosts Second Screening; Event Held Saturday In Rock Island

August 20, 2023 Ty Taylor

WRMJ caught up with filmmaker Christina Shaver on Saturday at the Center for Living Arts in Rock Island, which screened “Everything Fun You Could Possibly Do In Aledo, Illinois.” Local State Senator Mike Halpin was [FULL STORY]

Sportsline Interviews: 2023 High School Football Previews

August 19, 2023 Ty Taylor

WRMJ previewed the 2023 high school football season Saturday morning on Sportsline. We heard from Mercer County head coach Tanner Matlick, Rockridge head coach Sam Graves, Sherrard head coach Brandon Johnston, and Orion head coach [FULL STORY]

Arrest Made In July New Windsor Fire

August 18, 2023 Ty Taylor

A month long investigation leads to an arson arrest stemming from a New Windsor fire. Desiree D. Millhouse was taken into custody on a warrant in Davis County, Iowa on Thursday. She is awaiting extradition [FULL STORY]

Mercer County, Rockridge Come Up Short In Triangular With Rock Island

August 18, 2023 Ty Taylor

Rock Island defeated both Mercer County and Rockridge in a boys golf triangular at Highland Springs Thursday. The Rocks shot 175 as a team, finishing seven strokes ahead of Mercer County’s 182. Rockridge’s teams score [FULL STORY]

Aledo City Hall: Door-to-Door Solicitors Must Have Permit

August 18, 2023 Ty Taylor

Aledo City Hall warning residents about contractors going door to door soliciting work. They should have a solicitors permit from the city and should also be licensed and bonded, says Aledo City Administrator Mike Chausse. [FULL STORY]

39 Felony Charges Filed Against Viola Mayor

August 17, 2023 Ty Taylor

Viola Mayor Michael Lester has made his initial court appearance in a theft and official misconduct case. He is facing one felony count of theft between $500 and $10,000 and 38 felony counts of official [FULL STORY]

Charles ‘Chuck’ Logan Luallen – Graveside Services 8/25/23

August 17, 2023 Cynthia Stoner

Charles “Chuck” Logan Luallen, 95 of Aledo, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at Mercer Manor Rehabilitation in Aledo. Cremation rites have been accorded. Graveside services at the Aledo Cemetery will be 11 a.m., [FULL STORY]